Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore
£111
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tormore |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 53.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £110.96 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £111.
For beginners: Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £110.96)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110.96 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tormore 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1590) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)